What we’re about
Welcome to Travel Mentors – An Adventure Inspired by Dreams!
Are you passionate about hiking, trekking, water activities, or exploring the great outdoors? Travel Mentors is here to take you on unforgettable adventures across stunning landscapes!
We specialize in tailor-made, small-group tours, offering everything from exhilarating mountain treks to water-based adventures. Our licensed guides ensure a safe, exciting, and well-organized experience, so you can focus on enjoying the journey.
What makes us unique?
✅ Hassle-Free Travel – We provide all the necessary equipment, from backpacks to paddles. Just show up and dive into the adventure!
✅ Tested & Trusted Routes – Every journey is carefully planned and tested to ensure an amazing experience.
✅ All Skill Levels Welcome – Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced adventurer, we tailor our trips to suit your abilities.
✅ Weekly Free Hikes – Join us for our free one-day hiking adventures every week!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- 🥾 London Loop Hike – Week 3: South Croydon to Banstead DownsEL&N Cafe St Pancras Station, London
📍 End of Section 4 + Sections 5 & 6 | ~22.6 km/ ~13.6 miles| Moderate | Est. ~7:30 hrs
📅 Date: 16.08.2025
⏰ Meet-up: ~8:20AM - 8:50AM @ St Pancras International
🚌 ~10:10 Bus 64 From East Croydon to Ashen Vale Bus Stop (Stop Q)
🏁 Finish: Banstead Downs → Trains from Banstead or Sutton
📈 Ascent: ~540m | 🥾 Terrain: varied woodland, commons & open hills
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🗺️ ROUTE OVERVIEW:
This Week 3 hike continues our journey around London with the final leg of Section 4 and a full walk through Sections 5 and 6 of the LOOP trail. Expect peaceful woods, open meadows, valleys, and stunning panoramic views.
We’ll continue from Ashen Vale (Stop Q), a short ride from East Croydon. From there, we rejoin the LOOP as it winds through Littleheath Woods, Selsdon Wood, and Puplet Wood, before transitioning into the meadows of Moss Hill Shaw.
Section 5 takes us through the Sanderstead to Whyteleafe Countryside Area, along Hawkhurst Wood and Coulsdon Common. We’ll stop for a mid-walk break around Happy Valley, one of the greenest corners of South London.
In Section 6, the trail ascends into Devil’s Den Woods and the iconic Farthing Downs, offering some of the best countryside views on the LOOP. We then pass Coulsdon South, and wind through Mayfield Lavender Fields (bloom depending) before crossing the chalky open grasslands of Banstead Downs.
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📍 How to Find Us
We’ll be waiting inside St Pancras Station, at the corner by EL&N Café (near the floral pink wall) between 08:20–08:50 AM.
⏰ The train departs at 09:02 AM sharp, so please arrive on time.
Look out for me with a large white Japanese Akita dog — we’ll be easy to spot!
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🌟 HIGHLIGHTS:
• Ancient woods & nature reserves
• Quiet trails with very few crowds
• Incredible views from Farthing Downs
• Mayfield Lavender (bloom season)
• Wildflowers, deer sightings & rolling countryside
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🛤️ ESCAPE POINTS / EARLY DEPARTURES:
If you need to finish early, you’ll have several options:
• 🚉 Whyteleafe Station (~mid-Section 5)
• 🚉 Coulsdon South Station (end of Section 5/start of 6)
• 🚌 Buses available throughout Coulsdon and Banstead
Final return will be from Banstead Station (Zone 6) or nearby Sutton Station, both offering trains to central London.
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🎒 WHAT TO BRING:
• 1.5–2L of water
• Packed lunch and high-energy snacks
• Waterproofs or poncho if rain is expected
• Long trousers and sturdy shoes (nettles, roots, uneven ground)
• Optional: sunblock, insect repellent, walking poles
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⚠️ PLEASE NOTE:
This is a free, community-led adventure. Everyone is responsible for their own safety. There may be mud, overgrowth, road crossings, and steep descents — please wear proper footwear and be trail-aware. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead. Please carry out all litter and help us keep the trail clean.
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📲 LIVE UPDATES & CHAT:
Join our Telegram group for updates and questions:
👉 https://t.me/+MddvWlQLaJYwYzM8
🌿 A perfect blend of challenge and beauty — come enjoy nature, great company, and another piece of the LOOP puzzle.
— Traventor | Travel Mentors - 🥾 London Loop Hike – Week 4: Banstead to Kingston BridgeBurger King - Victoria Station, London
📍 Sections 7 & 8 | ~17.8 Km/ ~11.06 Miles | Moderate | Est. 5:30h
📅 Date: 23.08.2025
⏰ Meet-up: ~8:20am - 8:50am | Victoria Station in of the Burger King
🚆 Depart: ~9:00 Platform 10 | Direct train from London Victoria (Southern Rail)
🏁 Finish: Kingston Bridge → Trains from Kingston Station
📈 Ascent: ~220 m | 🌿 Terrain: Mixed woodland, meadows, parks, riverside
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🗺️ ROUTE OVERVIEW:
This week we cover two scenic sections of the London LOOP, blending rolling countryside with peaceful parkland and riverside trails.
We’ll begin at Banstead Station, continuing where we left off at the end of Section 6. Section 7 is short and sweet — a mix of green spaces and quaint residential paths. We’ll stroll across Banstead Downs, follow quiet suburban lanes, and enjoy tree-lined paths through Warren Farm and Nonsuch Park, a historic estate with wide open lawns and beautiful old trees. We’ll finish this section at Bourne Hall Park in Ewell, where we can pause before heading into Section 8.
Section 8 transitions us into wilder scenery as we trace the Hogsmill River, one of London’s hidden chalk streams. We’ll pass through Hogsmill Open Space, Long Meadow, and Elmbridge Meadows, walking mostly on soft riverside trails. Expect birdlife, wildflowers, and serene greenery before the trail opens out near the River Thames and finishes dramatically at Kingston Bridge.
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📍 How to Find Us
We’ll be waiting inside London Victoria Station, in front of Burger King, between 08:20–08:50 AM.
⏰ The train departs at 09:00 AM sharp, so please don’t be late.
Look for me with a large white Japanese Akita dog — you won’t miss us!
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🌟 HIGHLIGHTS:
• Elegant green space of Nonsuch Park
• Riverside walking along the Hogsmill River
• Quiet, little-known meadows and nature reserves
• Historical charm of Bourne Hall and Kingston
• Wildlife spotting & gentle, varied terrain
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🛤️ ESCAPE POINTS / EARLY DEPARTURES:
Need to leave early? There are several options:
• 🚉 Ewell East or Ewell West Station (~midway)
• 🚌 Bus links throughout Ewell & Old Malden
• 🚉 Berrylands Station before Kingston (~2.5 km from finish)
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🎒 WHAT TO BRING:
• 1.5L of water
• Packed lunch and snacks
• Comfortable walking shoes (some muddy/uneven paths)
• Light waterproof or poncho (weather dependent)
• Optional: sunblock, hat, insect repellent
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⚠️ PLEASE NOTE:
• This is a relaxed, community-organised walk — not a guided tour
• Everyone is responsible for their own safety
• Paths may be muddy, slippery, or overgrown
• Dogs welcome on a lead — please bring bags & water
• Take litter home, and respect all wildlife and park areas
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📲 LIVE UPDATES & CHAT:
Join our Telegram group for updates and coordination:
👉 https://t.me/+MddvWlQLaJYwYzM8
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🌿 Join us for this charming riverside and woodland adventure — a softer, greener side of London awaits!
— Traventor | Travel Mentors - 🥾 London Loop Hike – Week 5: Kingston Bridge to Hayes & HarlingtonLondon Waterloo station, SE1 8SW
📍 Sections 9 & 10 | ~22.2 km | Easy-Moderate | Est. ~7:30h
📅 Date: 30.08.2025
⏰ Meet-up: ~8:30am - 9:00am | Waterloo Station
🚆 Depart: 9:12 Platform 5 | Trains from London Waterloo Station
🏁 Finish: Hayes & Harlington Station
📈 Ascent: ~150 m | 🌿 Terrain: Parks, riverside paths, woodland, urban trails
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🗺️ ROUTE OVERVIEW:
This hike covers two contrasting but equally charming sections of the London LOOP, moving westwards from Kingston Bridge toward the western suburbs near Heathrow.
Starting at Kingston Bridge, we enter the vast green heart of Bushy Park — a historic royal park famous for its wild deer and tranquil lakes. Leaving the park, we follow the River Crane corridor through Crane Park, Hounslow Heath, and several quiet woodland areas including Brazil Mill Woods and Donkey Wood. This peaceful green ribbon provides a nature escape within Greater London, with mostly gentle terrain and scenic views.
Section 10 takes us from Hatton Cross alongside the Grand Union Canal through Cranebank, Waye Avenue Park, and Cranford Country Park. This section has more urban parks and canal towpaths, winding quietly through green spaces before reaching Hayes & Harlington Station for easy train connections back to central London or Heathrow Airport.
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📍 How to Find Us
We’ll be waiting inside London Waterloo Station, in front of Boots, just under the big central clocks, between 08:30–09:00 AM.
⏰ The train departs at 09:12 AM sharp, so please arrive on time.
Look for me with a large white Japanese Akita dog — hard to miss!
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🌟 HIGHLIGHTS:
• Wildlife and lakes in Bushy Park
• Riverside and woodland trails along the River Crane
• Expansive heathland at Hounslow Heath
• Peaceful canal towpaths and country parks
• Close proximity to Heathrow, ideal for easy travel
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🛤️ ESCAPE POINTS / EARLY EXITS:
If you want to shorten your hike or leave early, options include:
• 🚉 Hounslow East Station (Section 9)
• 🚉 Hatton Cross Station (Section 9/10 junction)
• 🚌 Multiple bus stops along Cranebank and near Hayes
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🎒 WHAT TO BRING:
• 1.5L+ water
• Snacks or packed lunch
• Comfortable waterproof shoes or boots
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Optional walking poles, sun protection, insect repellent
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⚠️ PLEASE NOTE:
• Paths may be muddy or uneven in places, especially near woods and riverbanks
• This is a casual community hike — no formal guiding or first aid provided
• Keep dogs on leads and clean up after them
• Pack out all litter and respect wildlife and parks
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📲 STAY CONNECTED:
Join our Telegram group for updates and real-time coordination:
👉 https://t.me/+MddvWlQLaJYwYzM8
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🌿 Ready to explore the mix of royal parks, riverside trails, and suburban greenways? Join us for a refreshing step west on the London LOOP!
— Traventor | Travel Mentors
